Poster Print : Extracted molar showing 3 amalgam fillings
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Extracted molar showing 3 amalgam fillings
Macrophotograph of an extracted molar (male, upper, number 7), a top view showing three 20 year old amalgam fillings. The filling is a powdered alloy consisting of silver, tin, copper & zinc mixed with mercury. The decayed area is removed & the cavity lined with a white filler, protecting the base from the effects of the filling itself. The source of tooth decay (dental caries), is complex. It is linked to the build up of plaque, a mixture of saliva, bacteria & carbohydrate on the tooths surface. Acid produced during the breakdown of carbohydrates by the bacterium Streptoccocus etches into the enamel & deeper if not treated. Magnification: X1.6 (at 35mm size)
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Media ID 6433927
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Cavity Dental Dentistry Filled Filling Molar Oral Silver Upper Amalgam Condition Disorder Health Care
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the intricacies of dental health with our captivating poster prints from Media Storehouse. This mesmerizing macrophotograph, sourced from Science Photo Library, showcases an extracted molar with three 20-year-old amalgam fillings. Witness the unique composition of the silver and tin alloy in the fillings, as they stand out against the tooth's intricate texture. Bring the wonders of science into your workspace or home decor with our high-quality, vibrant prints, designed to inspire and educate.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.6cm (11.9" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This macrophotograph showcases the intricate details of an extracted molar, specifically a male upper tooth numbered 7. The image focuses on three amalgam fillings that have been in place for an impressive two decades. Amalgam fillings are composed of a powdered alloy containing silver, tin, copper, and zinc mixed with mercury. The decayed area within the tooth has been meticulously removed, leaving behind a cavity lined with a protective white filler. This lining shields the base from any potential adverse effects caused by the filling itself. Tooth decay, scientifically known as dental caries, is a multifaceted issue explored through this photograph. It is closely associated with plaque accumulation – a combination of saliva, bacteria, and carbohydrates present on the tooth's surface. Acid produced during carbohydrate breakdown by Streptococcus bacteria etches into the enamel and can penetrate deeper if left untreated. Magnified at X1.6 (at 35mm size), this print offers viewers an up-close look at oral health care practices and dentistry techniques used to address such disorders effectively.
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